A premier foodie destination

We don’t believe in sending guests home hungry—or thirsty, for that matter. Our reputation for good food has attracted cookbook authors and award-winning chefs to live and work in this area, and our lineup of unique restaurants, bars, and alcoholic beverage makers has turned us into a destination for food-lovers.

Farm to Table

“Eating local” is all the rage, but it’s much easier when you’re just a stone’s throw away from where food is grown. With bushels of locally grown produce literally ripe for the picking within a 10-mile radius, our restaurants can always find fresh, in-season fruit, vegetables, herbs, maple syrup, and honey to flavor the menu.

Our community of brewers, cider makers, and wineries has a knack for producing award-winning craft beer, hard cider, and wine. Order a flight to taste all the good things on tap in one place, or make a weekend out of touring vineyards, sampling craft beer and cider, and even brewing and bottling your own.

Early risers and night owls alike will find a range of options just right for any time of day, from coffee and home-style breakfast and brunch to delis, casual spots for dinner or drinks, and an old-fashioned soda fountain. Our walkable community makes it easy to go from happy hour to dinner to late-night drinks.

Of course, part of the pleasure of eating here is soaking in the atmosphere. Don’t miss our outdoor patios where you can watch the town go by on a summer afternoon, or our waterfront restaurants where you can dock your boat to eat or enjoy a romantic dinner as the sun sets over Kalamazoo Lake.